Clinical Coordinator / FPAS

Overview

Salary Range: $79, 591 - $88,434

Position Type: Full Time (Exempt)

Description

Clinical Coordinator/FPAS

Salary Range: $79, 591 - $88,434 per annual

Other Compensation:

Employer-paid medical for employee and family, employer-paid dental, vision and group life insurance for employee - estimated value $8,243.28 - $23,823.84/annual

Employer-paid sick pay (12 days per year) - estimated value $3,673.43/annual

Employer-paid vacation pay (10-20 days per year depending on years of service) - estimated value $3,061.19/annual for first year of service

Employer-paid anniversary holiday (1-5 days annually depending on years of service) - estimated value $306.11/annual for first year of service

Employer-paid birthday holiday (1 day annually) - estimated value $$306.11/annual

Position Type: Full Time (Exempt) Salary

Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

*** Hybrid: office, field and home

*** Clients/Families we serve reside in the South Los Angeles, Compton, Watts and Lynwood area.

SHIELDS mission is to develop, deliver and evaluate culturally sensitive, comprehensive service models that empower and advocate for high-risk families in South Los Angeles.

Benefits and Perks: Supportive, fun and friendly team environment!

- Competitive Wages and room for growth

- Vacation and sick leave

- Employer paid medical insurance for employee and family

- Employer paid dental, vision and life insurance

- Chiropractic services

- Retirement 403b plan and supplemental insurance benefits

- 17 paid holidays, effective upon hire

- Paid birthday holiday, effective upon hire

- Paid anniversary day off of 1-5 days per year depending on years of service

- Anniversary bonus after 5 years of service

- Winter break

- Pet Insurance

- BBS supervision, on-going clinical training and CEUs available

- Employee referral bonus

- Employee Assistance Program

- Employee discount programs to theme parks, movies, hotels and car rentals

- Paid educational leave

- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement

- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

- Employee Recognition

Summary

Responsible for:

- Providing crisis intervention, overseeing staff intake assessments, and individual, family, and group therapy notes to adults, children and families with a history of trauma and mental illness.

- Coordinating support services to assist clients with linkages and community resources.

- Monitoring team members work. Perform administrative and supervisory duties to include billing, Q.A. Reports, administering grants, review of clinical documentation and training new staff.

- May represent Child Welfare Director and/or Management at community meeting

- Upholding client file confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and all relevant guidelines.​​​​​​

Primary Duties

Depending on specific program assignment, may perform any or all of the following:

Will be responsible for ongoing communication and collaboration with the SHIELDS QA Department and assisting with the weekly review of clinical documentation. Provide appropriate feedback to staff and follow up on necessary corrections. Facilitate monthly case conferences and consult with staff regarding case-related concerns and legal and ethical issues. Review all child abuse reports prior to submission to DCFS and SHIELDS SCAN Team administration. Provide clinical documentation training to new staff and plan, develop, and participate in staff development and other training activities.

Collaborate with consumers, professional staff, and outside agencies when terminating treatment and referring clients to appropriate resources. Network with peers at other community service agencies to share ideas and resources, develop effective programs, address common challenges, and maintain a professional network of referral sources for child welfare services. Participate in professional development activities, including reading and attending classes, workshops, and seminars, to maintain and enhance personal and professional competencies. Represent the Director at community meetings when necessary.

Assist in facilitating client placement on a 5150 hold or voluntary hospitalization by accompanying the client and/or family to a psychiatric hospital or contacting the PET Team or police to facilitate the placement. Review staff charts and documentation of client services to ensure compliance with Agency policies and procedures, DCFS contract requirements, and the standards and guidelines of other related agencies. Develop and maintain supervisory skills through seminars, workshops, and other training or educational opportunities related to working with adults with a history of mental illness. Attend and participate in program and Agency staff meetings, as well as related community agency meetings, as required or requested.

Duties Specific to Child Welfare

The employee in this position may supervise up to 12 Bachelors- or Masters-level license-eligible team members. Responsibilities include providing ongoing Family Preservation Assessment Services (FPAS) as needed and serving as a backup representative for SHIELDS in the absence of the Program Manager. The employee will facilitate weekly individual and group supervision meetings with license-eligible staff, assist staff in developing and facilitating weekly client groups, and support the planning and scheduling of specialized training based on staff needs. Additionally, the employee will assist staff in implementing techniques prescribed by the service model to effectively engage families in services and conduct chart reviews of therapeutic cases.

Supervisory Responsibility

The employee in this position will review weekly documentation and provide appropriate feedback to staff, following up to ensure that all necessary corrections are completed. Responsibilities include maintaining ongoing communication and collaboration with SHIELDS Administration and facilitating weekly case consultations. The employee will also participate in the development of staff performance evaluations and facilitate staff disciplinary actions in coordination with the Program Manager. Additionally, the employee will provide consultation and training to team members regarding model-specific information, practices, and techniques to support effective service delivery and staff development.

Physical Activity

In the course of performing this work, the employee in this position will be required to sit, stand, walk, reach, speak, and listen. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The position may also require travel using a personal vehicle to attend off-site meetings or conduct home visits. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Qualifications

Position Requirements

These specifications are general guidelines based upon the minimum, ordinarily considered essential, to satisfactory performance in this position. Individual skills and abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.

To perform effectively in this position, the employee in this position is required to have:

The ideal candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of conducting individual counseling sessions with individuals and families who have experienced trauma and mental illness. They should demonstrate expertise in crisis intervention, individual counseling, clinical documentation, psychiatric intern supervision, and addressing multicultural and socioeconomic issues. The candidate must understand and comply with Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA regulations, Department of Mental Health standards, documentation guidelines, and all applicable state and federal regulations related to mental health services. Strong advocacy, communication, and decision-making skills are essential, including the ability to present ideas and information clearly both verbally and in writing. The individual should be proficient in using personal computers and word processing software, demonstrate a commitment to team goals and SHIELDS For Families' mission and values, and be adaptable to changing needs through continuous learning and professional development. A valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required, along with the ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive, ethnically informed manner that reflects respect for clients and the communities served.

These requirements are typically met by a combination of education at a Masters level and experience that includes two years experience working with individuals with a history of mental illness in a social service/mental health environment. (LMFT, LCSW or Licensed Psychologist required)

The employee in this position must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/herself or others.